Player's Profile
- Name: Nick Leddy
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 5-11
- Weight: 179 lbs
- Birthdate: 1991-03-20
- Eligible for Draft: 2009
- Drafted: 2009
- Hometown: Eden Praire, Minnesota
- Acquired: 1st round (16th overall), 2009 by MIN
- Playing In: NCAA
Nick Leddy
Prospect Grade: 7.5 D (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2008-09: Leddy helped guide the Eagles to their first ever state championship. The highly-skilled rearguard finished his senior year leading Eden Prairie in defensive scoring with 45 points (12 goals, 33 assists) in 31 games.
In addition to the being named Mr. Hockey, Leddy was also named the Star-Tribune’s Metro Player of the Year and as well as named to the state Class AA All-Tournament team. Most recently, he was one of two Minnesota high school players invited to the upcoming U.S. National Junior Evaluation Camp for the 2010 IIHF U-20 World Junior Championship.
HF feature on Nick Leddy
Talent Analysis
While many view Leddy as an offensive defenseman, he could potentially blossom into more of a two-way defenseman. His play is equally strong at both ends of the ice. Leddy combines superb offensive prowess with conscientious and responsible defensive zone play. He does an excellent job of taking away time and space from the opposition, and can also create it for both himself and his teammates.
One attribute that makes it all possible is his outstanding skating ability. Leddy is an agile skater with good speed and smoothness in his strides. This can particularly be seen in his transitioning and rushes up the ice. This past summer, Leddy added 15 pounds to his 5'11 frame. The result has enhanced his game tremendously, especially on the physical side.
Future
Freshman at the Univ. of Minnesota in 2009-10.
Stats
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Profile Last Updated: November, 18th 2009
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